Obituaries

Eva Adela Liccione

Eva Adela Liccione

Dec 11, 2025

With love and gratitude, the family of Eva Adela Liccione announces her peaceful passing on December 11, 2025. Born on August 10, 1933, Eva was the heart of every room she entered - welcoming, warm, and endlessly generous. After retiring three decades ago, she embraced a well-earned season of joy: opening her door to all, listening without judgment, and loving...

Joseph Martin Rushford

Joseph Martin Rushford

Dec 8, 2025

Arrangements have not been finalized - Please check back soon. 

Minerva "Minnie" Marzouca

Minerva "Minnie" Marzouca

Dec 3, 2025



~ In Leiu of flowers, donations can be made directly to the family ~



A "Celebration of Life" Service will be held at Miraglia Funeral Chapels Located at 8519 New Utrecht Ave on Saturday, December 13th, 2025 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Minerva “Minnie” Marzouca

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend

Minerva Marzouca passed away surrounded by love, leaving a legacy of courage, generosity, and unshakeable devotion...

Hector Velazquez

Hector Velazquez

Nov 29, 2025

Hector “Willie” Luis Velazquez

December 1, 1959 - November 29, 2025

Hector “Willie” Luis Velazquez passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, at the age of 65. A master craftsman by trade and “Mr. Fix-It” by reputation, Willie was a lifelong carpenter whose hands could raise a house from foundation to finish - plumbing, paint, and every detail in between. His talent...

Liliya Zablotskaya

Liliya Zablotskaya

Nov 19, 2025

Services will be held

Nov. 23 2025 at

8519 New Utrecht Ave Brooklyn NY 11214

from 2:00 - 4:00PM

Janice Trama

Janice Trama

Nov 14, 2025

In Loving Memory of Janice Trama

July 21, 1945 – November 14, 2025

Janice Trama was a proud Brooklynite whose wit, warmth, and generous spirit lit up every room she entered. A talented professional, she served as a business manager at Cosmopolitan magazine, where her steady leadership and sharp sense of humor made her a trusted colleague and friend. Janice loved to...

Mariya Tselovanska

Mariya Tselovanska

Nov 6, 2025

We gather today to honor and remember the life of Mariya Tselovanska, who passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at the age of 81. She was a devoted mother of three, a loving grandmother, and a woman whose kindness and generosity left a lasting imprint on everyone she touched.

Mariya was born on March 3, 1944, in Germany during the...

Stephanie Marie Jackson

Stephanie Marie Jackson

Oct 27, 2025





Celebrating the Life of Stephanie Marie Jackson

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Stephanie, died on October 27th 2025. She was 68.

She is survived by her four children, daughter LaShay (Shirvon) , three sons Shalarmel, Salih and Steven; 13 grandchildren, Cameron, Kareem, Salih (The Eldest), Aliyah, Shayla, Shalar, Alyssa, Stephanie, Laila, Aniya, Salih (The Youngest), Shalyn, and Kaiden; her two older brothers,...

Celestino Parisi

Celestino Parisi

Oct 26, 2025

Visitation for Celestino will be held at Miraglia Funeral Chapels, 8519 New Utrecht Ave Brooklyn, NY 11214

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 2:00–5:00 PM and 7:00–9:00 PM

A Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Finbar Catholic Church, 138 Bay 20th St, Brooklyn, NY 11214 will follow on

Thursday October 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM . 

Interment will take place the same day at 11:45...

Ina Lawson

Ina Lawson

Oct 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Ina Mae Lawson

December 24, 1925 – October 24, 2025

Ina Mae Lawson was born on December 24, 1925, in Bluefields, Nicaragua, Central America. She was the third of seven children born to the late Hanna Adora and Thomas Nathaniel Smith. In 1933, Ina, along with her mother and siblings, journeyed to Jamaica, West Indies, where she attended Kendall...

Father Luke Wei

Father Luke Wei

Oct 24, 2025

Father Luke Wei, a beloved priest of the Diocese of Brooklyn, passed away peacefully, having devoted his life to God and His people with quiet strength, fidelity, and joy. Born in China to Jude Wei and Lucy Huan, Father Luke entered formation as a young man and, after the upheaval of 1949, continued his studies in Taiwan with fellow seminarians...

William Coppa

William Coppa

Oct 11, 2025

William Coppa, a cherished soul who brought warmth and kindness to everyone fortunate enough to know him, passed away on October 11, 2025. His life, filled with compassion and joy, leaves behind a heart-wrenching void in the lives of family and friends.

In honoring his memory, family and friends are invited to pay their respects during the following services. The viewing...

Jennie Carozza

Jennie Carozza

Oct 9, 2025

Jennie Carozza, was born on July 1, 1930, and departed from this world surrounded by her family on October 9, 2025 at the age of 95. As we take a moment to remember and honor the life of Jennie, we reflect on the indelible mark she made during her time with us. She will be dearly missed by her loving...

Joe Borgognone

Joe Borgognone

Oct 2, 2025

In loving memory of Joe Borgognone

October 29, 1950 ~ October 2, 2025

Services in Joe’s honor will be held on October 6, 2025.

A Mass will take place at Saint Finbar Catholic Church, located at 138 Bay 20th St, Brooklyn, NY, beginning at 10:00 AM.

Following the Mass, Joe will be laid to rest at Ocean View The Cemetery Beautiful, situated at 3315...

Thomas Strongreen

Thomas Strongreen

Sep 30, 2025

Thomas Strongreen, dear son, brother, and friend, is deeply missed by his mother Jessica, and his sisters Mira and Dani. Thomas had a vibrant, charismatic spirit - silly and sarcastic, but with a warm heart that drew people in. He loved his kitties and cherished music, and always strove to build a better life for his family and those he...

Ripley Elizabeth Wood

Ripley Elizabeth Wood

Sep 23, 2025

Ripley Elizabeth Wood

With broken hearts, we celebrate the life of our beloved daughter, Ripley Elizabeth Wood, who brought immeasurable joy and love to all who knew her.

Born on July 28, 2022, Ripley filled each day with laughter, curiosity, and wonder. She was an extraordinarily smart and goofy little girl, always surprising us with what she knew and how quickly she...

David Armato Sr

David Armato Sr

Sep 14, 2025

David Armato Sr., born on July 18, 1942, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 83 years old and cherished by many. His family and friends will gather to honor and remember his life through visitation on September 17, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Miraglia Funeral Chapels, 8519...

Giuseppe Santaniello

Giuseppe Santaniello

Sep 7, 2025

Giuseppe Santaniello, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, surrounded by his cherished family. He was 89 years old.

Born in Bracigliano, Italy, on November 23, 1935, Giuseppe was the devoted son of Alphonso and Filomena (Leone) Santaniello. He dedicated the early decades of his life to spiritual service as a Capuchin monk in Sorrento,...

Donna Matadobra

Donna Matadobra

Sep 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donna Matadobra

August 6, 1963 – September 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donna Matadobra, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who departed this world on September 6, 2025, at the age of 62.

Donna was a woman of remarkable strength, endless humor, and boundless love. Known affectionately for her quick...

James Henry Blackford

James Henry Blackford

Sep 1, 2025

James Henry Blackford, a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and service to others. He is survived by his beloved wife, Tina Thaxton-Blackford; his cherished children, Jaylon Blackford and James Henry Blackford Jr.; and his dear brother, Kevin Blackford.

James dedicated his career to advocating for those facing mental health challenges. With...